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BECOME A
MILLIONAIRE
There have been many sacrifices to
make and obstacles to overcome in
becoming a millionaire, but I was
determined to make it happen.
2016
Aladesuru W. E. Adewale!
www.aladesuru-walter-adewale.strikingly.com
The Entrepreneur Annex
2/29/2016
BECOME A MILLIONAIRE
“If you wanted to, you can become a millionaire in five years.”
I was able to do it sooner than that, but it wasn't that easy.
There have been many sacrifices to make and obstacles to
overcome, but I was determined to make it happen.
Dealing with adversity was my greatest teacher and it allowed me
to build the type of resilience that helped me walk through the fire.
- DEALING WITH PEOPLE
Eventually,
I became fireproof.
In the process of reaching the seven-figure mark, I've learned dealing
with people is the most important attribute.
“No one can become a millionaire without knowing how to deal with
people assertively.”
You must be prepared when your best friends turn on you or your
family betrays you. Sometimes, it will happen at the most unpredictable
times.
- FORGIVING PEOPLE
I had to let old friends and family members know that I was moving
on in my life.
One time, I pulled a cousin over to the side at a family gathering
and told him the truth about how I felt.
Strangely enough, he unexpectedly died the next week. If I had not
forgiven him for his transgressions, it would have haunted me for years.
“Forgiveness is the best revenge.” - Unknown
- HANDLING FINANCES
In my first year of business, I barely scraped by financially.
That same year, I faced dozens of overdraft fees and late charges on
almost every bill. I had to sell my farm to keep moving forward.
I learned I still had to keeping show up and handle my business,
despite the failures and discouragement.
Soon enough, I began to prosper and my income skyrocketed 10 times
in the next year.
- MAKING SACRIFICES
Those experiences were hard.
The night before I received a payment of $5,000 [Seed Capital] from
The Tony Elumelu Foundation, I had to sleep in the mall in the
freezing cold by myself!
At the time, my account was severely overdrawn by over $200 and I
couldn't afford a hotel. It's a good thing I had a wool suit that night!
“Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the
lesson afterwards.” - Oscar Wilde
- DEALING WITH EMBARRASSMENT
Another time, I was stuck at the grocery line with nearly $100 of
goods.
When I swiped my card, it was declined. After fumbling with other
credit cards, I looked behind me and there were at least 10 carts behind
me. I had to go home and eat tuna that day--with no bread or
mayonnaise.
My water was shut off that night, too, so I washed the food down with
a few teaspoons of rain water!
Related: 5 Ways to Reach Millions of People
Asking for Help
At a certain point in my business, I couldn't grow any further until
I hired a few key people. Asking for help wasn't my forte, but I had to
make it happen.
Within months I had a lawyer, editor, personal trainer, part-time
chef, and other personnel. It cost me a fortune at first, but eventually
helped push me into the million-dollar mark.
Most people won't ask for help because their ego is in the way.
Overcoming Fears
I failed English class three times in high school. One college
professor told me that I shouldn't even bother writing and failed me in
her class.
For years, I believed that my gift of writing could never come to
fruition, even though I had so many ideas.
However, once I started writing books and articles, it changed my
confidence.
Today, I reach millions of people with my words.
“Your gift will make room for you.” - Ancient Proverb
Fixing My Attitude
Creating excuses was one of my greatest obstacles. I used to blame
my environment and upbringing. I allowed my circumstance to dictate
my life, instead of taking control of my life.
Eventually, I had to let go of these excuses and limitations.
Many times, I had to submit myself into the "attitude shop," where
I would sit in my study to renew my mind and change my perspective.
Trusting Others
When I became emotional, I'd have to check in with my
confidants, telling them the brutal truth about my situations.
In the process of making myself vulnerable, I was able to gain
freedom, releasing myself from false pressures and anxiety.
By sharing myself with others, I was able to maximize my efforts
and make major breakthroughs in my life.
Taking Risks
Before reaching the seven-figure mark, you must take many risks.
Taking risks requires much faith in yourself and others, but it must be
done.
Faith is knowing that what you want will eventually happen as
long as you believe it. You'll have to take major leaps in your life,
sometimes not even knowing where it will lead.
However, it will pay off once you get to the other side, even if you
burn a bridge or two in the process.
Showing Up (On Time)
If I showed up, I would come in "fashionably late"
However, I realized I had to stop this behavior once I missed an
international flight.
That day, I sat in the airport and looked at my watch: I was only 2
minutes late. After facing that great disappointment, I vowed to be early
for the rest of my life.
I've kept true to that promise.
Becoming Professional
There's a great difference between an amateur and a professional.
In my amateur days, I would design my own websites, cut my own hair,
and change my own oil in my car.
All of this would take up valuable time and effort, causing major
frustration in the process.
Nowadays, I leave this duty to the professionals since that’s what
they do best. This way, I maximize all of my talents, which allows me to
reach my highest potential.
Today, I only keep the best people around me. It costs a little bit
more, but I've learned the value in "paying the price."
That's what professionals do.
“If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't,
you'll find an excuse.” - Jim Rohn
Studying Relentlessly
Each year, I faithfully read more than 100 books. I also skim
dozens every month.
In order to become an expert, I've learned that amassing
knowledge in my field requires at least four hours per day.
Along with this, I learn from everyone I meet, studying their intent
and purposes, doing my best to understand human nature.
Related: 7 Steps to Achieving Financial Independence
Acquiring Skills
You need the skills to pay the bills. I'm always practicing my
keynote. I'm writing a minimum of 3,000 words per day.
I'm sending out hundreds of emails each week and making at least
a dozen calls on my busiest days.
Do my skills increase? Substantially. That's why I'm continually
adding more value to more people in less time.
Embracing Opportunities
Early on, I would travel for hours to make a "free" appearance.
Time after time, this was worth it since I was learning about the
world of business, shaking hands with people from all over the world.
Some of my greatest opportunities came from philanthropic
endeavors when I expected nothing from those I visited.
Declining Opportunities
With hundreds of inquiries every week, I need to constantly keep
track of which ones are most important.
I cannot afford to take $10,000 opportunities when $1,000,000
opportunities are available. By using great discernment, I must turn
down parties, movies, award shows, speeches, and deals of all different
kinds.
Does it bother me? Not at all. I just pass along to those who need
these opportunities.
Think Bigger
One of the greatest decisions I ever made was switching from
consumer to producer.
Here's the difference: consumers eat the pizza, producers make the
pizza; consumers watch the videos, producers make the videos. You get
the point.
Instead of selfishly pleasing my own desires, I sought out ways to
help those who were in need.
Give Relentlessly
As a teenager, I naturally scoffed at people who volunteered in my
community. By my early 20's I became the biggest volunteer in town!
My life was changed once I learned the value of giving my time,
energy, money, and creativity to others. When you give, you get far
more in return.
I discovered that the richest people give the most, that's why they
get the most! The secret of living is giving.
“From what we get, we can make a living. What we give, however,
makes a life.” - Arthur Ashe
Set Big, Juicy Goals
You must also set goals that scare you. You must become ultra-
specific when you set your big, juicy goals.
In my first year of business, I shed blood, sweat, and tears to
achieve these goals. I had many sleepless nights, doing whatever it took
to get the job done.
Today, I've achieve far more than I would have imagined for
myself.
Following Your Purpose
I was deeply enlightened when I learned this fact: “when you
become bigger than your purpose, you can't do anything.”
However, when your purpose becomes bigger than you, anything
is possible. This means that if you take part in a purpose greater than
yourself, you can achieve every goal you put your mind to!
Let me simplify how you can become a millionaire in under five
years: be true to yourself. Only take opportunities that allow you the
greatest chance to promote explosive growth in your life.
Usually, it's by taking a sales position or starting your own
business.
If you have the desire and potential to make it happen, you can
become a millionaire before you know it!
Thanks.
To making life better!!!
Aladesuru Adewale E
Brand Development Entrepreneur and A Global Citizen
+234-803-5856-753
Aladesuru_adewale@live.co.uk
Skype: Aladesuru_Adewale
Twitter: @AladesuruA
www.aladesuru-walter-adewale.strikingly.com

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Become a millionaire

  • 1. BECOME A MILLIONAIRE There have been many sacrifices to make and obstacles to overcome in becoming a millionaire, but I was determined to make it happen. 2016 Aladesuru W. E. Adewale! www.aladesuru-walter-adewale.strikingly.com The Entrepreneur Annex 2/29/2016
  • 2. BECOME A MILLIONAIRE “If you wanted to, you can become a millionaire in five years.” I was able to do it sooner than that, but it wasn't that easy. There have been many sacrifices to make and obstacles to overcome, but I was determined to make it happen. Dealing with adversity was my greatest teacher and it allowed me to build the type of resilience that helped me walk through the fire. - DEALING WITH PEOPLE Eventually, I became fireproof. In the process of reaching the seven-figure mark, I've learned dealing with people is the most important attribute. “No one can become a millionaire without knowing how to deal with people assertively.” You must be prepared when your best friends turn on you or your family betrays you. Sometimes, it will happen at the most unpredictable times.
  • 3. - FORGIVING PEOPLE I had to let old friends and family members know that I was moving on in my life. One time, I pulled a cousin over to the side at a family gathering and told him the truth about how I felt. Strangely enough, he unexpectedly died the next week. If I had not forgiven him for his transgressions, it would have haunted me for years. “Forgiveness is the best revenge.” - Unknown - HANDLING FINANCES In my first year of business, I barely scraped by financially. That same year, I faced dozens of overdraft fees and late charges on almost every bill. I had to sell my farm to keep moving forward. I learned I still had to keeping show up and handle my business, despite the failures and discouragement.
  • 4. Soon enough, I began to prosper and my income skyrocketed 10 times in the next year. - MAKING SACRIFICES Those experiences were hard. The night before I received a payment of $5,000 [Seed Capital] from The Tony Elumelu Foundation, I had to sleep in the mall in the freezing cold by myself! At the time, my account was severely overdrawn by over $200 and I couldn't afford a hotel. It's a good thing I had a wool suit that night! “Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson afterwards.” - Oscar Wilde
  • 5. - DEALING WITH EMBARRASSMENT Another time, I was stuck at the grocery line with nearly $100 of goods. When I swiped my card, it was declined. After fumbling with other credit cards, I looked behind me and there were at least 10 carts behind me. I had to go home and eat tuna that day--with no bread or mayonnaise. My water was shut off that night, too, so I washed the food down with a few teaspoons of rain water! Related: 5 Ways to Reach Millions of People Asking for Help At a certain point in my business, I couldn't grow any further until I hired a few key people. Asking for help wasn't my forte, but I had to make it happen. Within months I had a lawyer, editor, personal trainer, part-time chef, and other personnel. It cost me a fortune at first, but eventually helped push me into the million-dollar mark. Most people won't ask for help because their ego is in the way.
  • 6. Overcoming Fears I failed English class three times in high school. One college professor told me that I shouldn't even bother writing and failed me in her class. For years, I believed that my gift of writing could never come to fruition, even though I had so many ideas. However, once I started writing books and articles, it changed my confidence. Today, I reach millions of people with my words. “Your gift will make room for you.” - Ancient Proverb Fixing My Attitude Creating excuses was one of my greatest obstacles. I used to blame my environment and upbringing. I allowed my circumstance to dictate my life, instead of taking control of my life. Eventually, I had to let go of these excuses and limitations. Many times, I had to submit myself into the "attitude shop," where I would sit in my study to renew my mind and change my perspective.
  • 7. Trusting Others When I became emotional, I'd have to check in with my confidants, telling them the brutal truth about my situations. In the process of making myself vulnerable, I was able to gain freedom, releasing myself from false pressures and anxiety. By sharing myself with others, I was able to maximize my efforts and make major breakthroughs in my life. Taking Risks Before reaching the seven-figure mark, you must take many risks. Taking risks requires much faith in yourself and others, but it must be done. Faith is knowing that what you want will eventually happen as long as you believe it. You'll have to take major leaps in your life, sometimes not even knowing where it will lead. However, it will pay off once you get to the other side, even if you burn a bridge or two in the process. Showing Up (On Time) If I showed up, I would come in "fashionably late" However, I realized I had to stop this behavior once I missed an international flight.
  • 8. That day, I sat in the airport and looked at my watch: I was only 2 minutes late. After facing that great disappointment, I vowed to be early for the rest of my life. I've kept true to that promise. Becoming Professional There's a great difference between an amateur and a professional. In my amateur days, I would design my own websites, cut my own hair, and change my own oil in my car. All of this would take up valuable time and effort, causing major frustration in the process. Nowadays, I leave this duty to the professionals since that’s what they do best. This way, I maximize all of my talents, which allows me to reach my highest potential. Today, I only keep the best people around me. It costs a little bit more, but I've learned the value in "paying the price." That's what professionals do. “If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.” - Jim Rohn
  • 9. Studying Relentlessly Each year, I faithfully read more than 100 books. I also skim dozens every month. In order to become an expert, I've learned that amassing knowledge in my field requires at least four hours per day. Along with this, I learn from everyone I meet, studying their intent and purposes, doing my best to understand human nature. Related: 7 Steps to Achieving Financial Independence Acquiring Skills You need the skills to pay the bills. I'm always practicing my keynote. I'm writing a minimum of 3,000 words per day. I'm sending out hundreds of emails each week and making at least a dozen calls on my busiest days. Do my skills increase? Substantially. That's why I'm continually adding more value to more people in less time. Embracing Opportunities Early on, I would travel for hours to make a "free" appearance. Time after time, this was worth it since I was learning about the world of business, shaking hands with people from all over the world. Some of my greatest opportunities came from philanthropic endeavors when I expected nothing from those I visited.
  • 10. Declining Opportunities With hundreds of inquiries every week, I need to constantly keep track of which ones are most important. I cannot afford to take $10,000 opportunities when $1,000,000 opportunities are available. By using great discernment, I must turn down parties, movies, award shows, speeches, and deals of all different kinds. Does it bother me? Not at all. I just pass along to those who need these opportunities. Think Bigger One of the greatest decisions I ever made was switching from consumer to producer. Here's the difference: consumers eat the pizza, producers make the pizza; consumers watch the videos, producers make the videos. You get the point. Instead of selfishly pleasing my own desires, I sought out ways to help those who were in need.
  • 11. Give Relentlessly As a teenager, I naturally scoffed at people who volunteered in my community. By my early 20's I became the biggest volunteer in town! My life was changed once I learned the value of giving my time, energy, money, and creativity to others. When you give, you get far more in return. I discovered that the richest people give the most, that's why they get the most! The secret of living is giving. “From what we get, we can make a living. What we give, however, makes a life.” - Arthur Ashe Set Big, Juicy Goals You must also set goals that scare you. You must become ultra- specific when you set your big, juicy goals. In my first year of business, I shed blood, sweat, and tears to achieve these goals. I had many sleepless nights, doing whatever it took to get the job done. Today, I've achieve far more than I would have imagined for myself.
  • 12. Following Your Purpose I was deeply enlightened when I learned this fact: “when you become bigger than your purpose, you can't do anything.” However, when your purpose becomes bigger than you, anything is possible. This means that if you take part in a purpose greater than yourself, you can achieve every goal you put your mind to! Let me simplify how you can become a millionaire in under five years: be true to yourself. Only take opportunities that allow you the greatest chance to promote explosive growth in your life. Usually, it's by taking a sales position or starting your own business. If you have the desire and potential to make it happen, you can become a millionaire before you know it! Thanks. To making life better!!! Aladesuru Adewale E Brand Development Entrepreneur and A Global Citizen +234-803-5856-753 Aladesuru_adewale@live.co.uk Skype: Aladesuru_Adewale Twitter: @AladesuruA www.aladesuru-walter-adewale.strikingly.com